Built for owners who've built something real

We're operators, investors, and advisors who understand what it takes to grow - and what it means to let go.
We're operators, investors, and advisors who've run and scaled businesses in the tree service and vegetation management space. We know what it took to build what you have - and we know what a good exit actually looks like.

We work exclusively in tree service M&A, which means every buyer we bring is pre-vetted and every deal we structure is built around your goals. No hand-offs, no guesswork - you work directly with us from first conversation to close.
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WHY HOSS

Guiding owners through their most important decision

$100M+ in M&A experience
We've led deals across industries, with a focus on outcomes that honor what owners have built.
30+ years of operator experience
We've run and scaled businesses - so we know what matters on the ground.
100% focus on tree services
Tree service isn't one of many industries we work in — it's the only one we focus on.
MEET OUR TEAM

A small, senior team.
No hand-offs, no layers.
You work directly with us

J. Howard Ragsdale, Jr., CFA
Managing Partner
Joe Drake
Managing Partner
David Mitchell
Managing Partner
Aaron Kolarich
Partner
Connor Nahstoll
Partner
Connor Nahstoll
Partner

Ready to see what's possible?

Let's talk about what your next chapter could look like.